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ZooLights at the San Francisco Zoo 2026

Colorful illuminated ZooLights entrance at the San Francisco Zoo featuring glowing animal decorations and families enjoying the holiday light display.
November 6, 2026 - 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm
San Francisco Zoo
Sloat Blvd at The Great Highway
San Francisco, CA 94132

Celebrate the holiday season with ZooLights at the San Francisco Zoo! Returning for the first time since 2018, this dazzling, family-friendly holiday event features more than one million twinkling lights across 14 themed zones.

Explore glowing 3D animal displays, an immersive frozen wonderland perfect for family photos, interactive illuminated playgrounds, and a spectacularly lit Dinos Rule! exhibit. Families can also enjoy zoo rides, hot chocolate, seasonal treats, and plenty of holiday magic!

Dates: November 6, 2026–January 3, 2027 (Wednesday–Sunday)

Hours:

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday: 5:30–9 pm

  • Friday & Saturday: 5:30–10 pm

  • Monday & Tuesday: Closed

Location: San Francisco Zoo & Gardens
Sloat Boulevard at the Great Highway, San Francisco, CA 94132

Admission: Adults $30; children ages 2–11 $21. Zoo members receive a $3 discount. Get tickets here.

ZooLights requires a separate ticket from regular daytime zoo admission.
 

Event website
Phone: 
Phone: (415) 753-7080

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